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HARTMANN SCIENCE CENTER Symposium 2025

On May 20, 2025, HARTMANN continued with the next HARTMANN SCIENCE CENTER Symposium. This year's title was "Because it matters - Innovations in Infection Prevention". Presentations of the speakers are now available as recordings on our website.

World Environment Day on 5.6.2025

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For over 50 years, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has called for World Environment Day every year on June 5.

Out now: DISINFACTS 1-2025

In this issue we honour 60 years of Sterillium®. Futher it features an interview with Prof Dr Swen Malte John on occupational safety and hand hygiene. Other topics include surface disinfection and sustainable fibres, new pathogens and much more.

Knowledge Database

The A-to-Z database provides information on each pathogen, the most common infections that it triggers, its main transmission paths and recommendations on disinfection. In the glossary, you will find explanations of infection control terms. Search now!

Hygiene Knowledge

Hand hygiene

Proper hand hygiene is of vital importance to effectively protect patients and staff against infections in healthcare settings. Learn about primary elements of hand hygiene, e.g. hand disinfection, skin care and the use of gloves and dispensers.

Surface Hygiene

Discover the importance of surface hygiene in the health sector and how cleaning and disinfection can prevent healthcare-associated infections. Learn about the recommended routine cleaning intervals for different risk areas in hospitals.

Hygiene Measures

To ensure patient protection, healthcare workers must consistently implement standard precautions, including surface disinfection, hand hygiene, and the reprocessing of medical devices.

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Expert Advice

We are happy to answer your questions about our products, application and compatibility. Our advice covers all topics related to disinfection, hygiene and infection control.

DISINFACTS

Stay updated on hygiene and infection protection with our comprehensive DISINFACTS periodical. Explore new recommendations, regulations, studies, products, and expert knowledge on diseases and active ingredients. Register now for the online package.

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5 moments of surface disinfection

Successful visual representations facilitate the transfer of knowledge - also in the healthcare sector. In order to promote the acceptance of surface hygiene as an important pillar of infection prevention, a recent article now proposes the visualization of the 5 moments of surface hygiene. Learn more here.

Surface Disinfection

Surface disinfection is crucial in healthcare settings to limit pathogen transmission. Learn about the importance of correct dosage, wetting, and exposure times, as well as the right choice of disinfectant.

Standard Precautions in Infection Control

The adherence to standard precautions is an essential component in the prevention of infections. Read here what measures are involved in basic hygiene.